Optrel weldCap® breaks with the convention of heavy, rigid shells. Its construction is based on high-quality textile material, which reduces the weight to just 400 grams and provides wearing comfort comparable to an ordinary baseball cap. This design is ideal for a dynamic work environment where the welder alternates between welding, assembly and inspection tasks. The soft, head-fitting design minimizes pressure points and reduces neck strain during long hours of work. It’s an investment in all-day comfort and reduced fatigue, which directly affects concentration and quality of tasks.

At the heart of the cap is a high-quality automatic filter with True-Color technology, which provides extremely realistic color perception in both bright and darkened states. A key design element is a special nose cutout that allows the filter to be placed much closer to the eyes. This geometric innovation dramatically expands the horizontal and vertical field of vision, eliminating the “tunnel vision” effect and providing excellent situational awareness. Improved visibility of the weld pool and surroundings is a guarantee of greater precision and safety.

The “bump” version features an integrated, lightweight protective liner that protects the head from the effects of accidental impacts on stationary structural components. It is not a full protective helmet, but it provides crucial protection in tight spaces such as vehicle interiors, pipe structures or machine service work. The liner is designed to not add significantly to the weight or size of the cap, while maintaining its low profile and comfort. It’s a smart solution that increases safety in situations where the risk of head injury is elevated.

The swiss air system is a revolution in personal protection, completely separating respiratory protection from head and face protection. It provides the highest certified protection level TH3 (according to EN 12941), filtering 99.8% of harmful particles, dust and welding fumes. Air is supplied to a special flame-retardant respirator that creates a positive pressure zone around the mouth and nose, effectively isolating the wearer from the contaminated environment. This is a fundamental investment in your own health, allowing you to work safely in the most demanding conditions.

At the heart of the system is a filter-blowing unit weighing just 550 grams, worn comfortably on the back in an ergonomic harness. This architecture completely removes the weight and center of gravity from the head, dramatically reducing stress on the cervical vertebrae and fatigue during prolonged work. A control panel located on the front of the harness provides constant access to adjust airflow and check battery status without removing the system. It’s an investment in unparalleled freedom of movement and comfort that allows you to focus solely on the task at hand.

A key advantage of the swiss air system is its versatility and simplicity of implementation. The positive-pressure respirator design eliminates the need for time-consuming and costly fit tests (fit test), ensuring effective protection for a wide range of users. Because the system is self-contained, it can be used not only with the weldCap® cap, but also with any other welding visor, grinding shield, protective helmet or completely on its own. This modularity makes it an extremely flexible and economical protection tool for any professional.